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Willow Lane Announces Rescheduling of Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to Approve Business Combination with Boost Run

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Willow Lane (Nasdaq: WLAC) rescheduled its extraordinary general meeting to April 30, 2026 to await the SEC declaring effective the Registration Statement on Form S-4 related to the proposed business combination with Boost Run.

The record date remains March 12, 2026, and the redemption deadline is adjusted to 5:00 p.m. ET on April 28, 2026. A definitive proxy and proxy card will be mailed once the S-4 is effective.

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Positive

  • Meeting rescheduled to April 30, 2026, providing a target date
  • Redemption deadline set at 5:00 p.m. ET on April 28, 2026, clarifying shareholder options
  • Record date unchanged (close of business March 12, 2026), preserving shareholder eligibility

Negative

  • Transaction delayed pending SEC declaration of effectiveness for the S-4
  • Extended timeline may postpone closing and related benefits for shareholders

News Market Reaction – WLAC

+0.52%
+0.52% Session close to close

In the Apr 6 session, WLAC gained 0.52%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement reschedules Willow Lane’s extraordinary general meeting to April 30, 2026, while k...
Analysis

This announcement reschedules Willow Lane’s extraordinary general meeting to April 30, 2026, while keeping the March 12, 2026 record date and existing Business Combination proposals intact. It links timing to SEC effectiveness of the Form S‑4 and adjusts the redemption deadline to 5:00 p.m. ET on April 28, 2026. In context of earlier Boost Run expansion news and extensive transaction‑related filings, investors may watch for S‑4 effectiveness, proxy mailing, and redemption levels as key next milestones.

Key Figures

New meeting date: April 30, 2026 Original meeting date: April 8, 2026 Record date: March 12, 2026 +2 more
5 metrics
New meeting date April 30, 2026 Rescheduled extraordinary general meeting to approve Business Combination
Original meeting date April 8, 2026 Previously tentative extraordinary general meeting date
Record date March 12, 2026 Shareholders of record eligible to vote at the Meeting
Redemption deadline 5:00 p.m. ET on April 28, 2026 Cutoff for Class A shareholders to submit redemption demands
Par value per share $0.0001 Class A ordinary shares issued in initial public offering

Historical Context

1 past event · Latest: Dec 15 (Positive)
Pattern 1 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Dec 15 Boost Run expansion Positive +3.9% Boost Run expanded GPU, data center, financing and customer agreements pre-merger.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Limited history shows a positive price reaction to prior Boost Run-related expansion news.

Recent Company History

Recent news flow for Willow Lane centers on its proposed business combination with Boost Run. On Dec 15, 2025, Boost Run announced expanded GPU, data center, financing, and customer agreements ahead of the merger, and WLAC rose about 3.94%. Multiple 425 filings since Dec 2025 and an 8‑K in Jan 2026 detail the combination structure, amended terms, and communication plans, all tied to a forthcoming Form S‑4. Today’s rescheduled meeting reflects continued process steps toward that transaction.

Key Terms

business combination, registration statement on form s-4, proxy statement, redemption, +3 more
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business combination regulatory
"shareholders to approve Business Combination with Boost Run"
A business combination happens when two or more companies join together to operate as one, like two friends merging their teams into a single group. This is important because it can change how companies grow, compete, and make money, often making them bigger and more powerful in the market.
registration statement on form s-4 regulatory
"pending the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission declaring effective the Registration Statement on Form S-4"
A registration statement on Form S-4 is a formal filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission used when a company issues shares or other securities as part of a merger, acquisition, exchange offer or similar corporate deal. It bundles the transaction terms, financial statements, risk factors and shareholder vote materials so investors can assess the deal; think of it as a detailed prospectus or buyer’s packet that explains what you would own and how the deal could change your stake.
proxy statement regulatory
"includes the proxy statement of Willow Lane, in connection with the Business Combination"
A proxy statement is a document companies send to shareholders ahead of a meeting that lays out the items up for a vote—like who will sit on the board, executive pay, and major corporate decisions—and provides background so shareholders can decide how to cast their votes or appoint someone to vote for them. Think of it as an agenda plus a ballot and briefing notes, important because the outcomes can change control, strategy, and value.
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redemption financial
"the deadline for delivery of redemption demands from holders of Willow Lane's Class A ordinary shares"
Redemption is when an issuer or holder settles a financial instrument by paying it off or returning it for cash, such as a bond being paid at maturity or a preferred share bought back by the company. It matters to investors because redemption changes when and how they get their money back, can cut off future income from the investment, and affects the issuer’s cash needs—think of it like a loan being paid off early or a store refunding a returned purchase.
class a ordinary shares financial
"from holders of Willow Lane's Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share"
Class A ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically grants voting rights to shareholders, allowing them to have a say in important company decisions. They often come with priority in receiving dividends or profits, making them attractive to investors seeking influence and potential income. These shares help distinguish different levels of ownership and rights within a company's stock structure.
par value financial
"Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share"
Par value is the fixed amount printed on a bond or stock that represents its original value when issued. It’s like the face value of a coin or bill—what the issuer promises to pay back or the starting price of a stock—though it often doesn’t change with market prices. It matters because it helps determine certain financial details, like how much the company will pay back at maturity.
initial public offering financial
"shares, par value $0.0001 per share, issued in Willow Lane's initial public offering"
An initial public offering (IPO) is when a private company first sells its shares to the public and becomes a stock-listed company. It matters because it allows the company to raise money from a wide range of investors, helping it grow, while giving early shareholders a way to sell some of their ownership.

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NEW YORK, April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Willow Lane Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: WLAC), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company ("Willow Lane"), announced today that it is rescheduling its upcoming extraordinary general meeting of shareholders, which was tentatively scheduled to be held on April 8, 2026 (the "Meeting"), to April 30, 2026. No changes are expected to be made to the record date of the Meeting, being the close of business on March 12, 2026, or to the matters to be put before shareholders at the Meeting, including the previously announced proposed business combination (the "Business Combination") with Boost Run, LLC, a rapidly growing provider of AI Cloud Infrastructure and high performance compute (the "Boost Run").

Willow Lane has determined to reschedule the Meeting pending the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") declaring effective the Registration Statement on Form S-4, which includes the proxy statement of Willow Lane, in connection with the Business Combination (the "S-4"). Information about how to attend the Meeting and vote is set forth in the proxy statement. Once the S-4 is declared effective, a definitive proxy statement will be mailed together with a proxy card to Willow Lane shareholders and will include the date, time and location of the Meeting.

As a result of Willow Lane's rescheduling of the Meeting, the deadline for delivery of redemption demands from holders of Willow Lane's Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share, issued in Willow Lane's initial public offering will be correspondingly adjusted to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 28, 2026. Any demand for redemption, once made, may be withdrawn at any time until the deadline for exercising redemption requests and thereafter, with Willow Lane's consent.

About Willow Lane

Willow Lane is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. Willow Lane's team has broad sector knowledge and brings a combination of operating, investing, financial and transactional experience. Willow Lane team has collectively identified and closed five previous SPAC business combinations, creating value for shareholders.

About Boost Run

Boost Run is a leading provider of instant, scalable GPU infrastructure for AI workloads. Boost Run was created to eliminate the pain points of traditional AI infrastructure. Boost Run's platform delivers on-demand GPU compute through a simple UI or powerful API, enabling customers to spin up resources in clicks to programmatically access thousands of GPUs. Boost Run's API also powers seamless integration for resellers and distribution channels, meeting the demands of enterprise and government buyers. With facility-level and operator-level certifications, as well as validation from partners including Carahsoft and Lenovo, Boost Run is built to be durable, compliant, and enterprise-ready from day one.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

Willow Lane, Boost Run and Boost Run Inc., the combined company after the Business Combination ("Pubco"), have filed relevant materials with the SEC, including the Registration Statement on Form S-4, which includes the proxy statement of Willow Lane and a prospectus in connection with Business Combination, referred to as a proxy statement/prospectus. The definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to shareholders of Willow Lane as of a record date established for voting on Willow Lane's proposed Business Combination with Boost Run. SHAREHOLDERS OF WILLOW LANE AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES ARE URGED TO READ, WHEN AVAILABLE, THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT, THE DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED OR THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH WILLOW LANE'S SOLICITATION OF PROXIES FOR THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF ITS SHAREHOLDERS TO BE HELD TO APPROVE THE BUSINESS COMBINATION BECAUSE THESE DOCUMENTS CONTAINS OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WILLOW LANE, BOOST RUN, PUBCO AND THE BUSINESS COMBINATION. Shareholders will be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the proxy statement/prospectus, without charge, once available, on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or by directing a request to: Willow Lane Acquisition Corp, 250 West 57th Street, Suite 415, New York, NY 10107; or Boost Run, LLC, 5 Revere Drive, Suite 200 Northbrook, IL 60062.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to the Business Combination, including expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions, plans, prospects, financial results or strategies regarding Boost Run and the Business Combination. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "estimate," "plan," "project," "forecast," "intend," "may," "will," "expect," "continue," "should," "would," "anticipate," "believe," "seek," "target," "predict," "potential," "seem," "future," "outlook" or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the anticipated record date and meeting date for Willow Lane's contemplated shareholder meeting to approve the Business Combination; statements about the status of the Business Combination; references with respect to the anticipated benefits and timing of the completion of the Business Combination; statements about Boost Run's new and expanded commercial relationships; statements about Boost Run's market opportunity and the potential growth of that market; Boost Run's strategy, outcomes and growth prospects; trends in Boost Run's industry and markets; the competitive environment in which Boost Run operates; and the ability for Boost Run to raise funds to support its business. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of Boost Run's and Willow Lane's management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Boost Run and Willow Lane.

These forward-looking statements (including projections) are predictions, and other statements about future events or conditions that are based on current expectations, estimates and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Business Combination Agreement; the risk that the Business Combination disrupts Boost Run's current plans and operations as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; the inability of the parties to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination; the ability to maintain the listing of Willow Lane's securities on a national securities exchange; the ability to obtain or maintain the listing of the Pubco's securities on Nasdaq following the Business Combination, including having the requisite number of shareholders; costs related to the Business Combination; changes in business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; Boost Run's limited operating history, lack of history of operating as a public company and the rapidly evolving industry in which it operates; Boost Run's use and reporting of business and operational metrics; uncertainties surrounding Boost Run's business model; Boost Run's expectations regarding future financial performance, capital requirements and unit economics; Boost Run's competitive landscape; capital market, interest rate and currency exchange risks; Boost Run's ability to manage growth and expand its operations; Boost Run's ability to attract and retain additional customers and additional business from existing customers; Boost Run's ability to secure additional data center capacity at affordable rates; Boost Run's ability to acquire the GPUs necessary to expand its business at anticipated prices; the prices at which Boost Run will be able to sell the services it provides; Boost Run's ability to provide reliable high compute services; Boost Run's ability to successfully develop and sell new products and services; the risk that Boost Run's technology and infrastructure may not operate as expected, including but not limited to as a result of significant coding, manufacturing or configuration errors; the failure to offer high quality technical support; Boost Run's dependence on members of its senior management and its ability to attract and retain qualified personnel; uncertainty or changes with respect to taxes, trade conditions and the macroeconomic and geopolitical environment; risks related to the marketing of Boost Run's services to various government entities; uncertainty or changes with respect to laws and regulations; data protection or cybersecurity incidents and related regulations; disruption in the electrical power grid at or near one or more of Boost Run's data centers; physical security breaches; supply chain disruptions; changes in tariffs or import restrictions; Boost Run's lack of business interruption insurance; Boost Run's ability to maintain, protect and defend its intellectual property rights; the risk that the Business Combination may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which may adversely affect the price of Willow Lane's securities; the risk that the Business Combination may not be completed by Willow Lane's business combination deadline and the potential failure to obtain an extension of the business combination deadline if sought by Willow Lane; the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the Business Combination; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Boost Run, Willow Lane, Pubco or others following announcement of the proposed Business Combination and transactions contemplated thereby; the risk that shareholders of Willow Lane could elect to have their shares redeemed, leaving Pubco with insufficient cash to execute its business plans; past performance by Boost Run management team may not be indicative of the future performance of Pubco after the Business Combination; the risk that an active market for the securities of Pubco after the Business Combination may not develop; and those risk factors discussed in documents of Willow Lane, Boost Run and Pubco filed, or to be filed, with the SEC. If any of these risks materialize or the assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that neither Willow Lane nor Boost Run presently know or can anticipate or that Willow Lane and Boost Run currently believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Willow Lane's, Boost Run's and Pubco's expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this press release. Willow Lane, Boost Run and Pubco anticipate that subsequent events and developments will cause Willow Lane's, Boost Run's and Pubco's assessments to change. However, while Willow Lane, Boost Run and Pubco may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, Willow Lane, Boost Run and Pubco specifically disclaim any obligation to do so. Readers are referred to the most recent reports filed with the SEC by Willow Lane. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made, and Willow Lane, Boost Run and Pubco undertake no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Participants in the Solicitation

Boost Run, Willow Lane and Pubco and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed under SEC rules to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Willow Lane's shareholders in connection with the Business Combination. A list of the names of such directors and executive officers, and information regarding their interests in the Business Combination and their ownership of Willow Lane's securities are, or will be, contained in filings with the SEC relating to the Business Combination. Additional information regarding the interests of the persons who may, under SEC rules, be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies of Willow Lane's shareholders in connection with the Business Combination, including the names and interests of Boost Run's directors and executive officers, is set forth in the proxy statement/prospectus included in the Registration Statement for the Business Combination. You may obtain free copies of these documents from the sources described above.

No Offer or Solicitation

This press release does not constitute (i) a solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the Business Combination or (ii) an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy or a recommendation to purchase any security of Boost Run, Willow Lane or any of their respective affiliates. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities pursuant to the Business Combination or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which the offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No such offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or an exemption therefrom. NEITHER THE SEC NOR ANY STATE SECURITIES REGULATORY AGENCY HAS APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED THE BUSINESS COMBINATION DESCRIBED HEREIN, PASSED UPON THE MERITS OR FAIRNESS OF THE BUSINESS COMBINATION OR ANY RELATED TRANSACTIONS OR PASSED UPON THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THE DISCLOSURE IN THIS REPORT. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY CONSTITUTES A CRIMINAL OFFENSE.

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FAQ

Why did Willow Lane (WLAC) reschedule the extraordinary general meeting to April 30, 2026?

The meeting was rescheduled to await SEC effectiveness of the Form S-4. According to Willow Lane, the company will hold the meeting after the SEC declares the S-4 effective to allow mailing of the definitive proxy and proxy card.

What is the new redemption deadline for Willow Lane (WLAC) Class A ordinary shareholders?

The redemption deadline is adjusted to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 28, 2026. According to Willow Lane, shareholders may withdraw redemption demands any time until the deadline and thereafter only with the company's consent.

Does the record date for the WLAC shareholder meeting change after rescheduling?

No, the record date remains the close of business on March 12, 2026. According to Willow Lane, that date is unchanged, so shareholder eligibility for voting and materials is preserved despite the meeting delay.

How will Willow Lane (WLAC) notify shareholders of the new meeting details once the S-4 is effective?

A definitive proxy statement and proxy card will be mailed to shareholders once the S-4 is declared effective. According to Willow Lane, the mailed materials will include the finalized date, time, and location of the meeting.

What does the WLAC rescheduling mean for the proposed business combination with Boost Run (WLAC)?

The rescheduling means the vote will occur after SEC effectiveness of the S-4, delaying final approval timing. According to Willow Lane, the Business Combination remains on the agenda but is conditioned on the S-4 becoming effective.

Can shareholders withdraw a redemption demand after submitting it for WLAC (Nasdaq: WLAC)?

Yes, shareholders may withdraw redemption demands up to the deadline and later only with company consent. According to Willow Lane, withdrawal is permitted at any time until the April 28, 2026 redemption deadline.